Analytical Instrumentation Specialist

Location: Vaughan, ON, ca

Company Description

LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK’s designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034. Our range of reference materials and proficiency testing schemes is complemented by our experience in outsourcing and customs, enabling us to adapt quickly to provide tailored solutions that meet our customers’ needs. We innovate and apply science in order to ensure the safety and integrity of products and services, in line with our vision of science for a safer world.

Job Description

The Analytical Instrumentation Specialist will support the department by coordinating research activities related to the development of new analytical methods. This role is responsible for conducting method validations, performing method transfers, and ensuring all activities align with departmental goals.

What you’ll do

• Method development, validation, transfer, assay, and impurity analysis utilizing a range of analytical techniques including HPLC, LC-MS/MS and/or GC-Headspace, GC-MS/MS with a particular focus on low‑level quantification of PFAs, PCBs, nitrosamine impurities, and related analytes
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, LC-MS/MS and/or GC-Headspace, GC-MS/MS
• Experience with Triple Quadrupoles, TOF, QTOF, and/or HRAM (High Resolution Accurate Mass)
• This role requires adherence to established procedures and policies and applicable regulatory guidelines, ISO9001 and ISO17025, project timelines, collaborating cross-functionally with Production and QA teams to ensure timely project execution
• Review technical data, documents, and proposals as required. Assist SOP training for new personnel and on SOP revisions
• Troubleshoot technical issues/ difficulties regarding experimental methods and results; Carry out and support OOS/OOT investigations
• Provide ongoing technical training and develop staff to enable them to perform technical tasks

Qualifications

• Education: M.Sc. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 2 years hands‑on experience with GC‑MS/MS and/or LC‑MS/MS operation is a must have
• Demonstrated experience with method development, validation, and transfer.
• Instrumentation: Proficient with Waters Xevo TQ-Sµ, Agilent 6470 LCQQQ, Agilent 7010 GCQQQ, and/or Agilent G6230 LCTOF or equivalent instrumentation.
• Software: Proficiency with instrument control and data analysis software such as MassLynx and MassHunter Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis; strong experience with Windows OS and Microsoft Office.

Competencies Required

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication.
• Strong project management skills, time management, and organizational skills.
• Self-starter; task oriented with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Must be able to work well under pressure, in a fast-paced environment.
• Information sharing, effective team player, and ability to achieve results in a team environment.
• Highly experienced in the usage of instrument software and/or other related platforms.
• Strong understanding and the application of organic chemistry and related concepts.
• Proficiency in Windows OS and Microsoft Office.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Working in a laboratory in a chemical manufacturing facility.
• Ability to stand on feet for up to 8 hours while working.

Additional Information

Pay range for this role is:

Minimum: CAD $55,000/ yearly

Maximum: CAD $60,000/ yearly

The salary range provided covers the minimum and maximum amounts projected for this role. The base salary will be influenced by factors like experience, skills, and location.

ABOUT LGC: 

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. 

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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